Divorce During the Holidays: Build Emotional Resilience
Quick Answer The week between Christmas and New Year’s—often called “The Limbo Week”—is the most strategic time to build resilience during divorce. Instead of waiting for the January filing rush, use this quiet window to privately gather financial documents, vet your support team, and establish emotional boundaries. This proactive approach allows you to enter the […]
Getting Divorced in a Small Town: What to Expect
Going through a divorce in a Small Town is like…. Amiright? Been There, Done That. One question I get when I first talk with a potential client that still surprises me is “Do you keep our conversations confidential? Is Divorce Coaching confidential?” YES. 10000% YES. I get it. I make my life in Small Town, […]
How to Have an Amicable Divorce With Dignity and Grace
I’ve been a Certified Divorce Coach for over four years now and I STILL cringe when someone says they “want to hire a bulldog attorney” or “I need an attorney that is a SHARK!” No. You don’t. I love talking my clients off this ledge and helping them see that in the end, they are glad they […]
Real Divorce Isn’t Like TV: What the Process Is Really Like
Happy St Patrick’s Day! I always love this simple holiday. It feels like the very beginning of Spring with Easter just around the corner. I don’t have to buy gifts or plan surprises. We just get to wear green and eat corned beef. In our case, I didn’t even have to make it this year! […]
What Does a Divorce Coach Do—and Do You Need One?
By Katie Vandenberg, CDC Certified Divorce Coach® So, what exactly DOES a Divorce Coach do?? I get asked this all the time, especially when I meet someone new. It’s usually accompanied by nervous laughter or jokes about spouses, maybe already being in touch with me. I decided to become a Certified Divorce Coach after not […]
5 Divorce Professionals You May Need Besides a Lawyer
How to Build a Strategic Divorce Team That Saves You Money and Stress Quick Answer: While a lawyer handles the law, a complete divorce strategy requires a team. The 5 Key professionals in the Divorce Process are the Family Law Attorney, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®), Divorce Coach, Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE™), and […]
3 Ways an Affair Can Affect Your Divorce
I’ve been working as a Certified Divorce Coach for over four years and helping friends with their divorces casually for years before that. One of the top questions I get is, “I’ve been seeing someone, how will that be viewed by the judge?” Some people are more bold and open about their affairs, others are much more […]
3 Reasons to Work With a Divorce Coach
When you’re thinking about separation or divorce, it is VERY overwhelming! There are the roller coaster of emotions that can range from excitement about the future to overwhelming grief and sadness for what is being lost to intense anger for the abuse and hurt. There is also the logistics of divorce. Who will take the kids […]
How to Get a Quick Divorce: Agreement Matters Most
Quick Answer: The secret to a quick divorce isn’t filing the paperwork faster; it is reaching an agreement sooner. In Illinois, the fastest legal route is an Uncontested Divorce, which can be finalized in as little as 60 to 90 days. However, this is only possible if you and your spouse sign a full Marital […]
What to Do Before Filing for Divorce: A Practical Checklist
Well, Hello again! It’s been a couple months since I’ve written in this space. The end of summer was busy but sweet for our family. Our son went to a three week long summer camp and upon returning it was a dash to get ready for school to start. Our daughter enjoyed every last drop […]